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4 Aug 2009 15:50

500 to 5991) Volvo XC60 2.4D 175 DRIVe SEList price/Monthly lease: 26,495/525CO2 (g/km)/tax rating: 159/22%Monthly tax bill (20/40%): 96/192The XC60 is the very epitome of a modern SUV: great to drive, comfortable and practical enough to serve as a family car. It's superbly built, too, and the excellent safety kit includes the City Safety anti-collision system.

3) BMW 330d 3.0 SEList price/Monthly lease: 30,870/557CO2 (g/km)/tax rating: 152/21%Monthly tax bill (20/40%): 107/214As a combination of statistics goes, how does 0-60mph in 6.0 seconds and almost 50mpg average economy grab you? That's what the 330d gives, along with the class, quality and superb dynamics you'll find in any 3 Series.

4) BMW 520d 2.0 177 SEList price/Monthly lease: 27,430/578CO2 (g/km)/tax rating: 136/18%Monthly tax bill (20/40%): 80/160The Five remains one of the best executive saloons, with top quality, fantastic refinement and the best ride and handling in the class. It also has a comfortable driving position, as well as plenty of space.

5) Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDIe SEList price/Monthly lease: 26,435/583CO2 (g/km)/tax rating: 139/18%Monthly tax bill (20/40%): 78/157The A6 Avant has all the class expected of an Audi, but is also one of the UK's most practical estates. On top of that, this engine will appeal to company drivers because of its excellent economy and low emissions.